Experience the warmth of Dorstan House, near Royal Mile. Start your day with a continental breakfast and stay connected with free WiFi in public areas. With multilingual staff and local maps at hand, you're ready to explore the nearby University of Edinburgh.
When you stay at Dorstan House, you'll be just a 5-minute drive from Royal Mile and University of Edinburgh. Also, Edinburgh Castle and Grassmarket are within a short drive.
At a glance
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Hotel size
12 rooms
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Arriving/Leaving
Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: 11:30 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18
Check-out time is 10:00 AM
Contactless check-out available
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Special check-in instructions
Guests will receive an access code
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
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Required at check-in
Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
Government-issued photo ID may be required
Minimum check-in age is 18
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Pets
Pets not allowed
WIFI
Internet
Free WiFi in public areas
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Parking
Free onsite self parking
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Other information
Smoke-free property
No stag/bachelor or hen/bachelorette parties
Property amenities
Services
Multilingual staff
Room amenities
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Daily housekeeping
Fees & policies
Policies
This property's policy is to refuse certain bookings for the purpose of group events or parties, including pre-wedding stag/bachelor and hen/bachelorette parties.
This property does not have elevators.
This property uses eco-friendly cleaning products.
Guests can rest easy knowing there's a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector on site.
This property accepts credit/debit cards.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express
This property is professionally cleaned.
Property Registration Number STL Exempt
National rating
This establishment has received its official star rating from VisitScotland, the National Tourist Board for Scotland.
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Frequently asked questions
Are pets allowed at Dorstan House?
Sorry, pets aren't allowed.
Is parking offered on site at Dorstan House?
Yes, there's free self parking.
What are the check-in and check-out times at Dorstan House?
Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: 11:30 PM. Check-out time is 10:00 AM. Contactless check-in and check-out are available.
What's the area around Dorstan House like?
Dorstan House is a short 19-minute walk from University of Edinburgh and 17 minutes' walk from Holyrood Park.
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Reviews
Dorstan House Reviews
9.0
Wonderful
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9.2
Cleanliness
8.8
Location
9.4
Staff & service
8.6
Property conditions & facilities
Guest review summary
What guests liked
Breakfast was consistently described as excellent, freshly prepared, and delicious with a variety of options. (35 reviews)
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Verified
8/10 Very good
Mar 3, 2026
Good break with facilities and on bus route
Grace
Grace, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Dec 22, 2025
Lovely and clean very quiet which I like and nice we touch of bringing breakfast to the door. Would definitely stay there again
Very clean room, Richard our host was very friendly & helpful with local information.
The breakfasts were excellent.
Jude
Jude, 3-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
May 10, 2025
Excellent location and very clean and comfortable.
malee
malee, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Sep 7, 2025
Pleasant stay, very clean and safe. Spacious rooms. Nice host
Meital
Meital, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Jul 5, 2025
Very clean and quiet in a nice neighborhood just off Arthur’s Seat. Highly recommend for anyone visiting Edinburgh.
Cameron
Cameron, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Jul 27, 2025
Perfect and not expensive property in Edinburgh. Private parking, good breakfast. Just 10 minutes by bus to the city center.
Tomáš
Tomáš, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Jul 26, 2024
Good facilities, good location, good staff, tasty breakfast, confy bed, well equipped bathroom. Very good stay
Thomas
Thomas, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Apr 29, 2025
I really liked the quieter location of the accomodation, the owners were so friendly, and the breakfast every modning was really good. The rooms were a bit noisy though.
Laura
Laura, 6-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Sep 20, 2025
Basically in the middle of Edinburgh. I was travelling solo, so I got a single room. The bathroom was detached, but very nice. The room was small, but adequate. The staff was great, and the morning breakfasts were delicious.
Christian
Christian, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Mar 8, 2025
Super nice place to stay. Friendly staff, nice breakfast. It is situated in a quiet area. It feels very safe.
Philip
Philip, 3-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Jun 25, 2025
Flying visit -easy check in and comfy bed. Lovely breakfast. Even although we arrived late there was still a parking space!
Great value
Pamela
Pamela, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Jul 17, 2024
The property was very clean and modern accommodation, the location was excellent and convenient for bus service.
Janet
Janet, 5-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Nov 25, 2024
Richard was very nice.. room was clean..very quiet..breakfast was on time and very nice..off road parking..
duane
duane, 1-night trip
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8/10 Very good
Jun 6, 2025
Appreciated the ease of check-in and convenience of the location. Quiet and clean. Full continental breakfast options before 8:00 would be appreciated.
Marcy
Marcy, 3-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Jun 16, 2025
Our party of 4 had spacious rooms. They were exceptionally clean. And there was a wide variety and hearty enough options for the continental breakfast to tide us over until lunchtime. Close to the bus stops. Would definitely stay there again & highly recommend.
Adriatic
Adriatic, 3-night trip
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8/10 Very good
Dec 5, 2024
Contacless check in worked well
Breakfast was good
People were nice
Aneira
Aneira, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Jul 21, 2024
Lovely quiet property and very clean room. Breakfast was beautiful also.
Nicola
Nicola, 1-night trip
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6/10 Good
Jun 27, 2025
Room was very small. No interaction with staff. Location was good. Easy to get into city center.
Sharron
Sharron, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Sep 26, 2024
The room was great. A very nice breakfast was included in the price.
Fredrick
Fredrick, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Jun 11, 2024
Would definitely stay again
Very freindly staff, delicious breakfast that was served doorside on time and easy walk to bus stops or curbside taxi/uber pick up. Bed and pillows were especially comfy. Very welcoming feeling just minutes from the hustle and bustle of Edinburgh.
Amanda
Amanda, 2-night trip
Verified
10/10 Exceptional
Dec 1, 2024
You’ll not be disappointed
Good clean comfortable guesthouse
Good quiet location with continental breakfast served in your room
Near a bus stop with frequent buses into town
For the price it’s very good
gordon
gordon, 1-night trip
Verified
10/10 Exceptional
Jan 5, 2024
Really nice property. Near convenient bus lines. Staff over the top helpful, and informative.
Would love to stay next time in Edinburgh!